Manchester City showcased a dominant performance in their FA Cup encounter against Salford City, securing a commanding 4-0 victory. The match took place at the Etihad Stadium and was marked by a stunning display from City’s frontline. Erling Haaland opened the scoring in the 12th minute with a powerful strike, followed by goals from Kevin De Bruyne in the 22nd minute, and Riyad Mahrez, who netted a brace in the second half, scoring in the 50th and 70th minutes. Manager Pep Guardiola praised his team’s performance, stating, ‘We played really well and we’re glad to advance in the tournament.’ Salford City struggled to find their rhythm throughout the match, failing to create significant chances against a well-organized City defense. The victory propels Manchester City into the next round of the FA Cup, and they remain one of the favorites to clinch the trophy this season. In the lead-up to the match, Pep Guardiola had emphasized the importance of this fixture, stating, ‘The FA Cup is always a special competition for us, and we want to go far.’ The triumph not only reinforces City’s strong form but also highlights their depth in squad talent with Oscar Bobb contributing significantly during the training sessions ahead of the game.
Manchester City Dominates Salford in FA Cup Clash
